The oldest Italian restaurant in Oklahoma still operating today is the beloved Pete's Place in Krebs. The town of Krebs is known as Oklahoma's Little Italy due to the influx of Italian immigrants that settled in the town in the late 1800s. As a result, the town grew to over 2,000 residents and restaurants began popping up...one of which was Pete's Place in 1925. After being open nearly 100 years, it still uses many of the same recipes brought over from Italy. If you've never had the pleasure of visiting this Italian restaurant that's been around forever, we recommend putting it on your dining bucket list.
Pete's Place is located at 120 SW 8th Street in Krebs, just outside of McAlester. Look for the yellow house with green door and you'll know you've arrived.
It officially opened in 1925 after "Pete" Prichard perfected Choc beer - his very own creation he brewed right in his home - along with authentic, Italian family recipes.
Today, the restaurant still serves the same Choc beer and fabulous family recipes that came over with Pete from Italy. It has stayed in the family for over four generations, which is a testament to its great service and delicious food.
Guests are seated in private dining rooms...each with their own set of doors, so there's a very intimate setting for any occasion.
The cuisine is served family-style and made fresh daily. Guests rave about their generous size portions, so come hungry!
Menu items include chicken alfredo, spaghetti, lasagna, ravioli, Italian sausage, and chicken parmesan.
All of their entrees are served family-style and include spaghetti, meatballs, ravioli, salad, anti-pasta plate, and garlic bread.
You'll also find The Choc Room that features 12 handcrafted beers on draft, premium wines, and a full bar.
They even offer a guided brewery tour on the second Saturday of each month, so you can eat and see where this legendary beer and food is made.
Who else is ready to try some Choc beer and homemade spaghetti? For more information on Pete's Place, including menu items and prices, click here.
If you would like more information about the town of Krebs, you can read all about it here.
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